What is the cheapest way to get from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station?

The cheapest way to get from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station is to bus and train which costs $20 - $290 and takes 8h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station?

The fastest way to get from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $150 - $350.

Is there a direct bus between Canberra and Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Canberra and arriving at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.

How far is it from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station?

The distance between Canberra and Melbourne Central Station is 500 km. The road distance is 646.6 km.

How do I travel from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station without a car?

The best way to get from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station without a car is to bus which takes 7h 46m and costs $100 - $220.

How long does it take to get from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Canberra to Melbourne Central Station bus from?

Canberra to Melbourne Central Station bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, depart from Canberra station.

Bus or fly from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station?

The best way to get from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs $150 - $350. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $100 - $220 and takes 7h 46m.

Where does the Canberra to Melbourne Central Station bus arrive?

Canberra to Melbourne Central Station bus services, operated by FlixBus Australia, arrive at Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St station.

Can I drive from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Canberra to Melbourne Central Station is 647 km. It takes approximately 6h 54m to drive from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station.

How do I get a bus ticket from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station?

Book your Canberra to Melbourne Central Station bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Melbourne Central Station?

There are 5289+ hotels available in Melbourne Central Station.

Canberra to Melbourne Central Station - 4 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Canberra to Melbourne Central Station by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, bus, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL)plane CBR - MEL
3h 24m
$151–343
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Alburybus
2. Take the train from Albury Station to Broadmeadows Stationtrain 623 / ...
8h 13m
$21–282
Bus
1. Take the bus from Canberra to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer Stbus
7h 46m
$100–220
Drive 646.6 km
1. Drive from Canberra to Melbourne Central Stationcar 646.6 km
6h 54m
$116–168

Canberra to Melbourne Central Station by bus and foot

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Distance: 500 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Canberra, ACT, Australia and Melbourne Central Station, VIC, Australia?

Jetstar, Virgin Australia, and two other airlines fly from Canberra International Airport (CBR) to Melbourne Airport (MEL) hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus Australia operates a bus from Canberra to Southern Cross Coach Terminal/Spencer St twice daily. Tickets cost $90–160 and the journey takes 7h 30m. Greyhound Australia also services this route once daily.

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